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10 Ways to Save Money On Christmas Decor

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If you know me well, you know I hate paying retail price for anything. I’m one of those annoying people who will tell you how much I paid for something when you compliment me on it because I’m so proud of the price I paid for it. Sorry, it’s a hereditary condition– I get it from my mother.

As with most things in my home, almost all of my Christmas decor was purchased during a sale or as a second-hand item. So today I’m sharing 10 ways to save money on Christmas decor.

10 GREAT ways to save money on Christmas decor!

1. Black Friday Sales
Take advantage of Black Friday sales. JoAnn Fabric is a great place to look. Most of their Christmas decor is 50-60% off, plus they typically have 20-25% off coupons for Friday and Saturday. I purchased the garland and bow for my tomato cage Christmas tree (which cost me only $14 to make) a couple years ago during JoAnn’s Black Friday sale. This year I purchased a few new ornaments at Kohls. They were 50% off, plus I had a 15% off coupon. Not a Black Friday brick and mortar shopper? Many store websites offer the same deals on their websites on Black Friday and you can typically get free shipping.

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2. Shop Small Saturday Sales
Check out your local small businesses on Shop Small Saturday (following Thanksgiving), many offer discounts on certain Christmas merchandise. The stores I went in this past Shop Small Saturday were offering 20-25% off Christmas decor. I got a pretty amazing flocked wreath for $25, and I felt good spending my money in a local business.

3. Cyber Monday Sales
As with Black Friday, many stores offer Cyber Monday sales on their Christmas decor. Be sure to search for additional store coupons to use. Just do a Google search of the store’s name and “coupon code”.

4. Day After Christmas Sales
I highly recommend getting up early and checking out the sales on December 26th. Many stores mark down Christmas decor to 50-70% off. I’ve found some of my most favorite Christmas items during Day After Christmas sales. Target is usually my first stop. Back in 2007, I found my glass Christmas ornaments for $2.50 a box (10 ornaments per box) at Target’s day after Christmas sale. If you’re wanting to change up the look of your Christmas tree and do new ornaments, this is the time to buy new ones. This is also a great time to stock up on Christmas lights because you know some of the strands that worked this year magically won’t work next year.

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5. Thrift Stores
Most thrift stores have holiday sections. But since the selection changes so frequently, it’s best to hit up your favorite thrift stores often. Don’t limit yourself to only the holiday section though. Browse other sections and see what you can think up. Check out the blanket section– you may be able to find a nice blanket or quilt that can be used as a tree skirt. Hit up the kitchen section for glass containers and vases to fill with ornaments.

Last year, I found these great vintage stockings at a thrift store outlet. I purchased the sweaters for my sweater presents at a thrift store, and the books were also thrift store purchases.

christmas-card-catalog

6. Yard & Garage Sales
I’ve seen plenty of Christmas decor for sale at yard and garage sales. You may not have Christmas on the mind when you’re hitting up sales in the sweltering summer heat, but make a list of things you’d like to have for the upcoming Christmas season so you can keep your eyes peeled. If you’re a hardcore garage/yard sale aficionado, ask your friends and family if there’s anything special they’re looking for. I’m sure they would appreciate you looking and perhaps they’ll give you a finders fee tip.

7. Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace
I see all kinds of Christmas decor (indoor and outdoor) for sale on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace. From artificial trees to Christmas plates & serve ware to vintage ornaments, you’ll find just about anything. I purchased 6 manzanita branches from a lady I found on Craigslist who used them for her wedding reception. I planned to use them for our wedding but ultimately opted not to use them, so I sold all but one of them. I use the one branch I kept (and sprayed painted white) for my silver and blue Christmas centerpiece. While I didn’t purchase the branches with the intention of using them in my Christmas decor it worked out nicely, so keep your mind open when browsing CL.

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Remember to meet in a public place, like a busy store, and take someone with you if you plan to meet with a Craigslist seller. If the seller refuses to meet you inside a public location like I mentioned, move on.

8. Use Items You Already Own
I used to have a slight obsession with purchasing glass containers and vases. I always use them in my Christmas decor. My go-to way of using them is to put ornaments in them. Have an old blanket or quilt? Use it as a tree skirt, throw it over a chair, or in a basket. In the photo of the card catalog above, I used a cake stand and cloche I already had for the pinecone display. In the photo below, I used my great-grandma’s quilt and a blanket my great aunt knitted for Brad and me in a wire basket below our card catalog.

silver-and-blue-centerpiece

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9. Swap with Family and/or Friends
Tired of you Christmas decor? Swap with a family member or friend! It’s free and both of you get to enjoy new-to-you decor for a year or more.

10. Do-It-Yourself!
There are so many things you can make– wreaths, ornaments, trees, printables, and more! There are tons of tutorials in blogland for you to follow. There’s also an endless amount of free printables that you can print at home and slap in a frame– instant Christmas decor!

peppermint wreath 1

Here are some of my inexpensive Christmas decor tutorials and free printables:
tomato cage Christmas tree
peppermint monogram wreath
sweater presents
“joy” sign
ribbon Christmas card display
“eat drink and be merry” printable
“tis the season to be jolly” printable
“holly jolly” printables

Remember, you can have a beautifully decorated home for Christmastime without breaking the bank.

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  1. Cindy says

    December 5, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    I love the idea of swapping with friends…I’ve never thought of that! I have an entire bin of decor that I didn’t use this year because I’m just over it!

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  2. [email protected] says

    December 5, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Awesome ideas and ways to save money! I really need to get better about saving money on Christmas decor… I go over budget every year.

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  3. Stephanie, Sandpaper & Glue says

    December 5, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    I loooove Pier 1 for the day after Christmas (and the day after Halloween!). It’s a store I ALWAYS forget about, but I totally love their stuff.
    Also, I have the tell-the-price trait too. Bargains should not be kept a secret! 🙂

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  4. [email protected] says

    December 5, 2013 at 10:36 PM

    I would add “Get Married at Christmastime.” I love the idea of swapping, too.

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  5. Carrie says

    December 6, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    I’ve found a lot of vintage Christmas decorations at Estate Sales. Always reasonably priced.

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  6. Vickie says

    December 6, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    I always check the Holiday clearance toward the end of January. There are a lot of goofy things left, but sometimes you can find a gem for 80-90% off. I stock up on cards and small gifts for a dollar or less per item.

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  7. Julie says

    December 9, 2013 at 9:31 PM

    I find good stuff at the dollar store.

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  8. anita says

    December 12, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    Some great ideas and finds. Love the stockings. Got mine like them from the Dollar Tree about 10 or 12 years ago.

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  10. Janell says

    October 15, 2014 at 3:47 PM

    I found this post by visiting the Frugal Friday Link Up Party. I can’t believe how fast Christmas is approaching this year. Just seem like we were putting our decor away for the year. Great tips! I love the exchange with family and friends. It never crossed my mind. Thanks for sharing.

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  11. tracy says

    November 30, 2014 at 2:12 PM

    My 3 boys and I strung popcorn for our tree, it looks beautiful and we sat around the table talking n sewing. Cheap n memorable!

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  12. Humbardhouse.com says

    September 17, 2017 at 7:23 PM

    These are wonderful ideas! I love thrift stores!

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